Tom Kington
Tom Kington is the Italy correspondent for Defense News.
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Leonardo debuts drone-mounted jammer to bamboozle air threats
The BriteStorm, which the firm is showing off at the AUSA convention in Washington, will weigh about 2.5kg and occupy the space of six Coke cans.
Pentagon picks programmers to connect its Replicator drone swarms
The announcement comes a week after the Pentagon revealed several of the drones it plans to buy through Replicator.
Pentagon announces hypersonic testing pact with UK, Australia
The agreement, which falls under AUKUS Pillar II, aims to leverage the three nations’ combined hypersonics funding, facilities and experience.
Notre Dame unveils first-ever hypersonic Mach 10 wind tunnel
A first-of-its-kind test facility unveiled earlier this month at the University of Notre Dame could improve the Pentagon’s hypersonic research.
This Marine was given opioids for combat wounds. He was never the same.
Jon Basara wanted to be the best Marine he could be - but trauma from combat waylaid him. For relief, he was given opioids, sparking a years-long struggle.
Preparing for Holiday Spending — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here to help you prepare for this gift-giving season while keeping your finances in line.
A Marine veteran’s struggle with pain and addiction | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.16.24
Scarred by battle, a Marine who served in Iraq was giving opioids for relief, sparking a years-long battle. Plus, an effort to highlight female Marines vets.
What is AI’s role in defense manufacturing?
Artificial intelligence is everywhere in the defense industry. How will it factor into manufacturing? A pair of experts weigh in.
Space Force targeting more affordable GPS satellites
The program comes amid growing concern from Pentagon and other government leaders about GPS vulnerability.
Healing on and off the battlefield | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.9.24
An inclusive veterans group and an innovative solution for stopping battlefield blood loss aim to save troops’ lives. Plus, a special Veterans Day story.
